One of South America’s most active volcanoes erupted early Tuesday in southern Chile, spewing heavy smoke into the air as lava surged down its slopes, prompting authorities to evacuate thousands of people.

A leaked ministerial memo revealed Monday the agency that protects Albertans from unscrupulous car dealers is allegedly conducting biased investigations and abusing its powers under the law. The letter, released by the Wildrose opposition, shows an internal government investigation found multiple “serious” concerns, including unjust conduct of investigations and “misuse” of penalties.

Internal emails show a minister’s tweet sparked confusion, frustration and anger as Cpl. Nathan Cirillo’s comrades learned about the Canadian soldier’s death on Oct. 22 from news reports rather than through official military channels.

An election is surely a comin', says the Calgary Herald's Don Braid and James Wood.
In this episode of Inside Politics, the two speculate about election timing and the political future of Calgary Police Chief Rick Hanson.

In a once vacant lot on the south edge of Mayerthorpe stands four life-size bronze statues of constables Brock Myrol, Anthony Gordon, Leo Johnston and Peter Schiemann. The solemn figures surround a centre monument topped with skyward doves, honouring all Canadians who have died while wearing a uniform.